as in spoke (to or with)
to communicate with by means of spoken words
I had never talked to a real live cowboy before
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The mayor feels that concerns about these businesses have been addressed.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
6 Feb. 2026 -
But the president suggested that the issue can be addressed at a later date.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
6 Feb. 2026
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On Tuesday morning, students will be greeted by faculty, student ambassadors, and the Pali High band as families, alumni, and neighbors line the streets to welcome the campus back to life.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Holloway delivers a phenomenal leading performance, not least because of its unstinting focus on all-consuming desire, and it was duly greeted by great roars of approval at Sunday afternoon’s opening.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Talked (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/talked%20%28to%29. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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